2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G0243

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun, Adverb

Sounds like: AL-lo

Translations: other, another, different, an other, another thing

Notes: This word refers to something distinct or different from what has already been mentioned or is currently under consideration. It can be used to describe a different person, thing, or concept. It often functions as an adjective modifying a noun, but can also stand alone as a pronoun meaning 'another one' or 'another thing'. When used adverbially, it can mean 'otherwise' or 'in another way'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἙΤΕΡΟΣ, ἈΛΛΟΤΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΛΛΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

G3466

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: moo-STAY-ree-on

Translations: mystery, a mystery, secret, a secret

Notes: This word refers to something hidden or secret, which is not yet revealed or understood. In a religious context, it often refers to a divine truth or purpose that is revealed only to those who are initiated or enlightened. It can also refer to a secret rite or doctrine.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΥΦΟΝ, ΚΡΥΠΤΟΝ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΨΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΥΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ comes from the Greek verb μύω (myō), meaning 'to close the eyes or mouth', referring to the secrecy or silence associated with mysteries or secret rites. It is related to the 'mysteries' of ancient Greek religions.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G5055

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: teh-loo-MEH-non

Translations: being accomplished, being completed, being fulfilled, being performed, being brought to an end, being finished

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being accomplished' or 'being completed'. It describes something that is in the process of being brought to an end or fulfilled. It can be used to describe an event, a prophecy, or a task that is currently underway or being brought to its conclusion.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΡΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΠΕΡΑΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)

Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).

G2672

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-RAH-tai

Translations: curses, he curses, she curses, it curses, is cursed, he is cursed, she is cursed, it is cursed

Notes: This verb means to curse, to invoke evil upon someone or something, or to be cursed. It is often used in a religious or moral context, indicating a strong denunciation or a state of being under a curse. It can be used transitively, taking an object that is being cursed.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΘΕΜΑΤΙΖΩ, ΕΠΙΚΑΤΑΡΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΡΑΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΑΡΑΟΜΑΙ (araomai), meaning 'to pray' or 'to invoke'. Thus, it literally means 'to pray down evil upon' or 'to invoke against'.

G4907

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: soon-ev-loh-gee-THEN-tah

Translations: blessed together, having been blessed together, having been blessed along with

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'εὐλογέω' (eulogeō), meaning 'to bless'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that someone or something has been blessed in conjunction with another. It implies a shared or collective blessing.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Etymology: The word 'συνευλογέω' is a compound of 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'εὐλογέω' (eulogeō), meaning 'to bless'. 'Εὐλογέω' itself comes from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'good', and 'λόγος' (logos), meaning 'word' or 'speech', literally 'to speak well of'.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G4397

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pro-fay-ti-KON

Translations: prophetic, a prophetic thing, a prophetic word

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'prophetic' or 'pertaining to a prophet or prophecy'. It describes something that comes from a prophet or has the nature of a prophecy. For example, one might speak of a 'prophetic word' or a 'prophetic spirit'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΜΩΔΙΚΟΣ, ΜΑΝΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΙΚΟΣ' (prophetikos) is derived from 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' (prophētēs), meaning 'prophet', which itself comes from 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it refers to one who speaks forth or declares something, especially divine messages.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: spirit, a spirit, wind, a wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word refers to 'spirit,' 'wind,' or 'breath.' In a physical sense, it can mean a gust of wind or the act of breathing. Theologically, it often refers to the Holy Spirit, a spiritual being, or the human spirit. It is a neuter noun and its meaning can vary depending on the context, from a literal breeze to a divine essence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΕΥΜΑ derives from the verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe,' 'to blow,' or 'to gasp.' It refers to something that is breathed or blown.

G2672

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-RAH-sthai

Translations: to curse, to execrate, to invoke evil upon

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to curse' or 'to invoke evil upon someone'. It implies a strong denunciation or a wish for harm to befall another. It is often used in contexts where someone is speaking ill of another or calling down divine judgment.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΘΕΜΑΤΙΖΩ, ΕΠΙΚΑΤΑΡΑΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From κατά (kata), meaning 'down, against', and ἀράομαι (aráomai), meaning 'to pray, to curse'. The combination suggests calling down a curse upon someone.

G3195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEL-len

Translations: was about to, was going to, intended to, was destined to

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative third person singular form of the verb μέλλω (mellō). It is often used as an auxiliary verb, indicating that an action was on the point of happening, was intended, or was destined to occur. It conveys a sense of imminence or future intention from a past perspective. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was about to leave' or 'She intended to speak'.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb μέλλω (mellō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to delay' or 'to be concerned with'.

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as

Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G1945

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-geh-LA-san-tos

Translations: having laughed at, having mocked, having ridiculed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epigelao', meaning 'to laugh at' or 'to mock'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating someone who has performed the act of laughing at or ridiculing another. It is used to modify a noun or pronoun, providing additional information about them.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΓΕΛΑΩ, ΕΚΜΥΚΤΗΡΙΖΩ, ΧΛΕΥΑΖΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπί (epi, 'upon, at') + γελάω (gelao, 'to laugh'). It literally means 'to laugh upon' or 'to laugh at'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

G1131

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gym-NOH-see

Translations: will strip, will make naked, will expose, may strip, may make naked, may expose

Notes: This word is an inflection of the verb 'gymnoō', meaning to strip, to make naked, or to expose. It can refer to the act of removing clothing or covering, or metaphorically, to reveal or lay bare something previously hidden. It can be used in contexts of physical nakedness or the exposure of truth or secrets.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future Active Indicative; or Third Person Singular, Future Middle Indicative; or Third Person Singular, Aorist Active Subjunctive; or Third Person Singular, Aorist Middle Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΚΔΥΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

G3588, G3739, G2228

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G4327

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-TEE-may-sis

Translations: penalty, fine, punishment, a penalty, a fine, a punishment

Notes: This word refers to a penalty, fine, or punishment imposed on someone. It signifies a consequence or a punitive measure for an offense or wrongdoing. It is typically used in contexts where a legal or moral sanction is applied.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΩΡΙΑ, ΚΟΛΑΣΙΣ, ΖΗΜΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΤΙΜΗΣΙΣ is derived from the verb προστιμάω (prostimáō), meaning 'to impose a penalty' or 'to fine'. It is a compound word formed from πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor, to value', which in this context takes on the meaning of 'to assess a value' or 'to impose a charge'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

G2671

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-TAH-ran

Translations: curse, a curse

Notes: This word refers to a curse, an imprecation, or a malediction. It signifies a pronouncement of divine punishment or misfortune upon someone or something. It is often used in contexts where a negative consequence or judgment is invoked.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΘΕΜΑ, ΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word "κατάρα" (katara) comes from the Greek verb "καταράομαι" (kataraomai), meaning "to curse." It is formed from the prefix "κατά" (kata), meaning "down" or "against," and "ἀρά" (ara), meaning "a prayer, imprecation, curse."

G3631, G5342

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: OYS

Translations: sheep, to sheep, to the sheep, will bring, will bear, will carry

Notes: This word has two primary meanings depending on context. It can be the dative plural of the noun 'οἶς' (sheep), meaning 'to/for sheep' or 'to/for the sheep'. Alternatively, it can be the future indicative active third person singular of the verb 'φέρω' (to bear, carry, bring), meaning 'he/she/it will bring/bear/carry'. The context of the sentence is crucial for determining the correct meaning.

Inflection: Noun: Dative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine. Verb: Future, Indicative, Active, Third Person, Singular.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΒΑΤΟΝ, ΑΓΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

G4280

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-E-le-gen

Translations: he was saying beforehand, he foretold, he predicted, he announced beforehand

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'πρό' (before) and the verb 'λέγω' (to say, to speak). It means to say something in advance, to foretell, or to predict. In this form, 'ΠΡΟΕΛΕΓΕΝ' indicates an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, specifically 'he was saying beforehand' or 'he used to foretell'. It describes someone making a statement or prophecy before an event occurred.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΦΗΤΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

Part of Speech: Prefix, Unknown

Sounds like: SAYM

Translations: sign, mark, today, this day

Notes: This appears to be a prefix or a truncated form of a word, rather than a complete word itself in Koine Greek. It is most commonly found as the beginning of words like ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ (sēmeion), meaning 'sign' or 'mark', or ΣΗΜΕΡΟΝ (sēmeron), meaning 'today' or 'this day'. Without further context or completion, its exact meaning is uncertain, but it strongly suggests a connection to 'significance' or 'time'. It is not typically used as a standalone word.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-nee-SOH-meh-noy

Translations: about to be, about to become, those who will be, those who will become

Notes: This word is a future middle participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to be'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is 'about to be' or 'about to become' something. It is used to indicate a future state or action of the subject.

Inflection: Future, Middle Voice, Nominative Case, Masculine Gender, Plural Number

Synonyms: ΕΣΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΜΕΛΛΟΝΤΕΣ

G1227, G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-kah-thek-SOO-see

Translations: they will hold fast, they will possess, they will occupy, they will inherit

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb κατέχω (katechō), meaning 'to hold fast' or 'to possess'. The combined meaning implies holding something thoroughly or continuously, often in the sense of possessing or occupying property or territory. It describes an action of firm and lasting possession.

Inflection: Future Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΕΩ

G5477

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHAH-nah-ahn

Translations: Canaan

Notes: This word refers to Canaan, a historical region in the Ancient Near East, located between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea. It is frequently mentioned in the Bible as the 'Promised Land' given to the Israelites. It is used to denote the land itself or its inhabitants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable proper noun)

Etymology: The word 'Canaan' is of Semitic origin, likely from a root meaning 'to be low, humble, subjugated'. It refers to the historical region and its inhabitants.

G2478

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ah-FET

Translations: Japheth

Notes: Japheth is a proper noun, referring to one of the three sons of Noah in the Old Testament, alongside Shem and Ham. He is often considered the ancestor of the Indo-European peoples. In biblical texts, he is typically mentioned in genealogies or narratives related to Noah and the flood.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Japheth (ἸΑΦΕΘ) is of Hebrew origin, יֶפֶת (Yepheth), meaning 'may he enlarge' or 'enlargement'. It is associated with the idea of expansion or widespread descendants.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OW-tas

Translations: them, themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun meaning 'them' or 'themselves'. It is used to refer to a group of feminine nouns or persons in the accusative case, indicating that they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can function as a simple pronoun or as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the subjects themselves.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΦΑΣ, ΣΦΕΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek pronoun that has been in use since classical times, referring to 'self' or 'same', and developing into a general third-person pronoun.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G3880

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-la-BON-tes

Translations: taking, receiving, having taken, having received

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'paralambanō', meaning 'to take alongside, to receive, or to take over'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject of the main verb. It often implies a completed action, such as 'having taken' or 'having received', and can refer to taking someone with oneself, receiving something, or taking over a tradition or teaching.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΝΤΕΣ, ΔΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΟΝΤΕΣ

G0851

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-feh-LOH-meh-noy

Translations: taking away, having taken away, removing, having removed, cutting off, having cut off

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀφαιρέω', meaning 'to take away', 'to remove', or 'to cut off'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of taking away or removing something.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΚΌΠΤΩ, ἈΝΑΙΡΈΩ, ἈΠΟΛΎΩ

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-noos

Translations: having become, having come into being, having happened, having been born, having been made, becoming, coming into being, happening, being born, being made

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), which means 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to be made.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal qualities, often indicating an action that has already occurred or is in the process of occurring relative to the main verb. It describes someone or something that has undergone a transformation or a state of being.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative, Aorist, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΟΜΗΝ

G0851

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-fai-re-THEN-tone

Translations: having been taken away, of those having been taken away, of those removed, of those cut off

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀφαιρέω', meaning 'to take away', 'to remove', or 'to cut off'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In this form, it refers to multiple entities that have undergone the action of being taken away or removed.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ, ἈΝΑΙΡΕΩ

G3779

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-toh

Translations: thus, so, in this way, in like manner

Notes: This word is an adverb of manner, indicating how something is done or the way in which something occurs. It can also refer to the extent or degree of something. It is often used to introduce a consequence or a comparison, meaning 'in this way' or 'thus'. It is an older form of ΟΥΤΩΣ, and both forms are used interchangeably in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΩΣ, ΩΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos, 'this'). It indicates 'in this manner' or 'thus', referring back to something previously mentioned or implied.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-nen

Translations: has become, has happened, has come to pass, was, came into being

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΕΝ is the third person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai). It describes an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results or a continuing state in the present. It can mean 'has become,' 'has happened,' or 'has come into being,' often implying a state of existence or a new reality that has resulted from a past event.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

Etymology: The verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to beget, to produce, to be born.' It is related to words signifying birth, origin, and coming into existence.

G2609

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-GOHN-tes

Translations: bringing down, leading down, bringing back, returning, those who bring down, those who lead down

Notes: ΚΑΤΑΓΟΝΤΕΣ is the masculine nominative plural present active participle of the verb ΚΑΤΑΓΩ (katago). It describes an action of 'bringing down' or 'leading down' that is happening concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can refer to people who are in the act of bringing something or someone down, or leading them back.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΑΓΟΝΤΕΣ, ΦΕΡΟΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The verb ΚΑΤΑΓΩ (katago) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G1085

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GEH-nos

Translations: race, kind, family, nation, offspring, stock, a race, a kind

Notes: This word refers to a group of people or things sharing a common origin, characteristic, or lineage. It can denote a family, a nation, a race, a species, or a type. It is often used to describe a lineage or descent, such as 'the race of Israel' or 'the family of David'. It can also refer to a general category or kind of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁- meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generation' in English.

G1904

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-AYL-theh-teh

Translations: you came upon, you went upon, you attacked, you arrived, you visited

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'to') and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai, meaning 'to come' or 'to go'). It means to come or go upon something or someone, often with the implication of an attack, arrival, or visitation. It can be used in contexts where a group of people approaches or descends upon a place or another group.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 2nd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΦΙΚΝΕΟΜΑΙ

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G1012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BOO-layn

Translations: counsel, a counsel, plan, a plan, purpose, a purpose, will, a will

Notes: This word refers to a counsel, plan, or purpose, often implying a deliberate decision or intention. It can be used to describe human plans or, frequently in the New Testament, the divine will or purpose of God. It is used in sentences to indicate the object of an action, such as 'to know the counsel' or 'to understand the plan'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΙΑ, ΠΡΟΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΒΟΥΛΗ (boulē) comes from the verb βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to will, to wish, to intend'. It refers to the act or result of willing or planning.

G1227, G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-kah-TEH-skheh-teh

Translations: you held fast, you possessed, you occupied, you took possession of, you held completely

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'completely', and the verb κατέχω (katechō), meaning 'to hold fast' or 'to possess'. The compound verb means to hold fast completely, to take full possession of, or to occupy. It describes an action where someone firmly grasps or takes control of something, often implying a thorough or continuous holding.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ

G1904

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-el-THON-tes

Translations: having come upon, having come against, having attacked, having arrived, having overtaken

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'eperchomai', meaning 'to come upon' or 'to come against'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often implying an arrival, an attack, or an overtaking. It can be used to describe people or things that have approached or assailed something or someone.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

Translations: earth, an earth, land, a land, ground, a ground, country, a country, region, a region

Notes: ΓΗΝ is the accusative singular form of the noun ΓΗ, meaning 'earth', 'land', 'ground', 'country', or 'region'. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the destination of motion, often translated as 'to the earth' or 'into the land' depending on the context and accompanying prepositions. It can refer to the planet, a specific territory, or the soil itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G5316

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fah-EE-neh-tai

Translations: appears, seems, is seen, is evident

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to appear' or 'to seem'. It is often used impersonally, meaning 'it appears' or 'it seems that...'. It can also mean 'to be seen' or 'to become visible'. It describes something that becomes evident or manifest.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΚΦΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΑΙΝΩ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰeh₂- meaning 'to shine'. It is related to words signifying light, appearance, and manifestation.

G2046

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-RAY-tai

Translations: it has been said, it is said, it was said

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'erō' (to say, to speak). It indicates an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It is commonly translated as 'it has been said' or 'it is said', often referring to something previously stated or written.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΛΕΛΕΚΤΑΙ, ΕΙΠΕΝ

Etymology: The verb 'erō' (to say, to speak) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to put in order, to arrange, to speak'. It is related to other Greek words concerning speech and order.

G1606

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-NEH-pse

Translations: sobered up, awoke from wine, came to senses, became sober

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and the verb νήφω (nēphō), meaning 'to be sober'. It literally means 'to sober up out of' or 'to awake from a drunken sleep'. It can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to come to one's senses' or 'to return to a state of clear thinking' after a period of spiritual or mental stupor.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΝΗΦΩ, ΝΗΦΩ

Etymology: The word ἐκνήφω (eknēphō) is a compound verb derived from the prefix ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb νήφω (nēphō), meaning 'to be sober' or 'to be temperate'.

G3631

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-noo

Translations: of wine, wine

Notes: This word refers to wine, the fermented juice of grapes. It is commonly used in ancient Greek texts to denote the beverage itself, often in contexts of consumption, production, or as a symbol. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession or origin, such as 'of wine' or 'from wine'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΜΠΕΛΩΝ, ΓΛΕΥΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟἸΝΟΣ (oinos) comes from Proto-Indo-European *woyh₁no-, referring to 'wine' or 'vine'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its ancient origin and widespread use.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eg-NOH

Translations: knew, recognized, understood, perceived

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often implying a completed or definite act of gaining knowledge or understanding. It can be used in sentences like 'he knew' or 'she recognized'.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G5207

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HUI-os

Translations: son, a son

Notes: This word refers to a male offspring, a son. It is a masculine noun and is commonly used to denote a direct descendant or, in a broader sense, someone who shares a close relationship or characteristic with another, such as 'sons of God' or 'sons of disobedience'. It can also refer to a young man or a male child.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: From an unused root, probably meaning 'to beget'. It is related to the concept of generation and lineage.

G3501

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: neh-OH-teh-ross

Translations: younger, newest, youngest, newer

Notes: This word is the comparative and superlative form of the adjective 'ΝΕΟΣ' (neos), meaning 'new' or 'young'. As a comparative, it means 'younger' or 'newer'. As a superlative, it means 'youngest' or 'newest'. It is used to describe someone or something that is more recent in age or time compared to others, or the most recent among a group.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Comparative or Superlative

Synonyms: ΝΕΟΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

G1944

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-pee-kah-tah-RAH-tos

Translations: cursed, accursed, execrable

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is under a curse, or is an object of execration. It implies being condemned or devoted to destruction, often by divine judgment. It is used to emphasize a state of being utterly detestable or condemned.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΡΑΤΟΣ, ΑΝΑΘΕΜΑ

Etymology: Derived from the verb ἐπικαταράομαι (epikataráomai), meaning 'to curse upon' or 'to imprecate'. It is a compound word formed from ἐπί (epi, 'upon, over') and καταράομαι (kataráomai, 'to curse'), which itself comes from κατά (kata, 'down') and ἀράομαι (aráomai, 'to pray, to curse').

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAIS

Translations: child, a child, boy, a boy, girl, a girl, servant, a servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a child, whether a boy or a girl, and can also denote a servant or slave, regardless of age. Its meaning often depends on the context, indicating a young person or someone in a position of servitude. For example, it can refer to a son or daughter, or a male or female attendant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΚΟΡΑΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peh₂w- ('small, few'). It is related to words meaning 'child' or 'small' in various Indo-European languages.

G3610

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oy-keh-TAYS

Translations: servant, a servant, household servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a household servant or slave, someone who is part of a household and performs duties for its members. It emphasizes the domestic aspect of their service or servitude.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ

Etymology: The word Οἰκέτης (oiketēs) is derived from οἶκος (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'household'. It literally means 'one belonging to a house' or 'one of the household'.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOYS

Translations: to brothers, to brethren, to fellow countrymen, to fellow believers

Notes: This word refers to brothers, both literal siblings and, more broadly, fellow members of a community, nation, or faith. It is often used in a figurative sense to denote close associates or fellow believers, emphasizing a bond of kinship or shared identity. In this dative plural form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to or for brothers/brethren'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΕΚΝΟΙΣ, ΟΜΟΓΕΝΕΣΙΝ

G2129

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-loh-gee-TOS

Translations: blessed, praised, worthy of praise

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'blessed' or 'praised'. It is often used to describe God, indicating that He is worthy of all praise and adoration. It can also be used to describe someone who is fortunate or favored by God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΚΑΡΙΟΣ, ΑἸΝΕΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΈΩ is a compound word formed from the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well,' and ΛΌΓΟΣ (logos), meaning 'word' or 'speech.' Thus, it literally means 'to speak well of' or 'to praise.'

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G4115

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: plah-TOO-nai

Translations: to widen, to enlarge, to make broad, to expand

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to make something wide or broad, or to enlarge it. It can be used to describe the expansion of physical space, territory, or even abstract concepts like one's heart or understanding. It implies an action that causes something to become more expansive.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΥΡΥΝΩ, ΔΙΕΥΡΥΝΩ

Etymology: The word πλατύνω (platynō) comes from the Greek adjective πλατύς (platys), meaning 'broad' or 'wide'.

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koys

Translations: to houses, in houses, at houses, to homes, in homes, at homes, to temples, in temples, at temples

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the noun 'οἶκος' (oikos), which means 'house', 'home', or 'temple'. In Koine Greek, the dative case often indicates location ('in' or 'at') or indirect object ('to' or 'for'). Therefore, 'οἴκοις' typically translates to 'in houses', 'at homes', or 'to temples', depending on the context. It refers to multiple dwellings or sacred buildings.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑΙΣ, ΝΑΟΙΣ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-nay-THEE-toh

Translations: let it be, let it come to pass, let it happen, let it become

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be.' It is used here in the imperative mood, expressing a command or a wish for something to occur or come into existence. It often implies a process of change or development.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Passive, Imperative

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΕΣΘΩ, ΕΣΤΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΕΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words signifying birth, origin, and becoming.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G2127

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: yoo-loh-gee-THEN-tohn

Translations: of those who were blessed, of those who were praised, of those who had been blessed, of those who had been praised

Notes: This word is a participle, indicating an action that has been completed. It means 'having been blessed' or 'having been praised'. It describes individuals or groups who have received a blessing or praise. As a genitive plural, it often functions to specify 'of those who were blessed' or 'of those who were praised'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΦΗΜΕΩ, ΑἸΝΕΩ

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tas-KHEIN

Translations: to hold fast, to restrain, to possess, to occupy, to hold back, to keep, to seize, to take possession of, to detain, to retain

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'κατέχω' (katechō). It generally means to hold something firmly, to possess it, or to restrain it. It can also imply seizing or taking possession of something, or detaining someone or something. Its meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, often conveying the idea of maintaining control or preventing movement.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΩΛΥΩ

G1097

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eg-NOHS-meh-nohn

Translations: of known, of understood, of recognized, of perceived

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'of those who have been known' or 'of things that have been known/understood'. It describes something that has come to be known or recognized through experience or perception. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or noun, modifying or referring to people or things that are already established as known.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter, Perfect, Passive

Synonyms: ΓΝΩΣΤΩΝ, ΕΙΔΟΤΩΝ, ΣΥΝΙΕΝΤΩΝ

G1243

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-dek-SAH-sthai

Translations: to succeed, to take over, to inherit, to follow in succession

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to succeed someone in office, position, or inheritance. It describes the act of taking over from another person, often in a formal or official capacity. It is used to indicate a transfer of authority or responsibility.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΕΩ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. Together, they convey the idea of receiving something through a succession or taking over from another.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

G4280

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pro-ee-ray-MEH-non

Translations: of the aforementioned, of the aforesaid, of the previously mentioned, of the things said before

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been said beforehand' or 'previously mentioned'. It is used to refer to things, statements, or people that have already been spoken about or referred to earlier in the text or conversation. It functions like an adjective or a noun, often translated as 'the aforementioned' or 'the aforesaid'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΛΕΓΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΡΟΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΩΝ

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

G3860

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-doh-THEN-tos

Translations: of having been delivered, of having been handed over, of having been entrusted, of having been betrayed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'paradidomi', meaning 'to hand over', 'to deliver', 'to entrust', or 'to betray'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and functions adjectivally or nominally, indicating someone or something that has undergone the action of being delivered or betrayed. The genitive case indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Masculine, Singular, Genitive

Synonyms: ΔΟΘΕΝΤΟΣ, ΕΠΙΔΟΘΕΝΤΟΣ

G5547

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: khree-STOSS

Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.

G1325

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: doh-THEY-san

Translations: given, having been given, that which was given, a given thing

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred and was received by the subject. In this form, it means 'having been given' or 'that which was given', indicating something that was the recipient of the action of giving.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Feminine, Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΔΕΔΟΜΕΝΗΝ, ΠΑΡΑΔΟΘΕΙΣΑΝ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΔΩΜΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present stem, a common feature in ancient Greek verbs.

G3341

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: meh-TAH-noy-ahn

Translations: repentance, a repentance, change of mind, a change of mind

Notes: This word refers to a change of mind, a turning around, or a transformation of one's inner disposition, often implying a turning away from sin. It signifies a fundamental shift in one's thinking and behavior, leading to a new direction in life.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΟΦΗ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek words μετά (meta), meaning 'after' or 'change,' and νοέω (noeō), meaning 'to perceive' or 'to think.' It literally means 'a change of mind' or 'a change of perception.'

G2570

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-LON

Translations: good, beautiful, noble, excellent, right, of good, of beautiful, of noble, of excellent, a good thing, a beautiful thing, a noble thing, an excellent thing

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning good, beautiful, noble, or excellent. It describes the quality or nature of something or someone. It can refer to moral goodness, physical beauty, or high quality. It is used to modify nouns, agreeing with them in gender, number, and case.

Inflection: Masculine, Genitive, Plural; or Neuter, Nominative, Singular; or Neuter, Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at, into, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Singular, Dative, Feminine; or Singular, Genitive, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative, Neuter

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

G0040

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: hah-GHEE-ohn

Translations: of holy ones, of saints, of holy things

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'hagios', meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. When used substantively, it refers to 'holy ones' or 'saints'. It describes something belonging to or associated with those who are set apart for God or dedicated to a sacred purpose. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or origin, such as 'the words of the holy ones' or 'the temple of holy things'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΕΒΩΝ, ΟΣΙΩΝ, ΚΑΘΑΡΩΝ

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ghee-NES-thai

Translations: to become, to happen, to be, to come into being, to be born, to arise, to come to pass

Notes: This verb is very common in Koine Greek and has a broad range of meanings, primarily related to something coming into existence, happening, or changing state. It can describe a process of becoming, an event taking place, or a person being born. It is often used impersonally to mean 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generate' in English.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

G4261

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: proh-ah-poh-deh-DEEK-tai

Translations: it has been demonstrated beforehand, it has been shown previously, it has been proven already

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the prefix προ- (pro-, meaning 'before' or 'previously') and the verb ἀποδείκνυμι (apodéiknymi, meaning 'to demonstrate, prove, show'). The word means 'it has been demonstrated beforehand' or 'it has been shown previously'. It is used to refer to something that has already been established or proven in a prior context or discussion.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect, Indicative, Passive

G1861

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ANG-gel-tai

Translations: it has been promised, it has been proclaimed, it has been announced

Notes: This word is the perfect passive indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἐπαγγέλλω (epangellō), which means 'to promise, to proclaim, or to announce'. The perfect tense indicates a completed action with ongoing results, and the passive voice means the subject is receiving the action. Thus, it describes something that has been promised or proclaimed.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΠΡΟΕΡΩ

G3606

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: O-THEN

Translations: from where, whence, wherefore, therefore, for which reason

Notes: This word is an adverb that can indicate either origin or consequence. It is used to ask or state 'from where' something comes or originates. It can also be used to mean 'therefore' or 'for which reason', indicating a logical conclusion or cause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟ, ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (meaning 'this' or 'that') combined with the suffix -θεν, which indicates origin or source. It is related to other adverbs of place and origin in Greek.

G3841

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PAN-toh-then

Translations: from all sides, on every side, everywhere, all around

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating origin or direction from all points or in all directions. It describes something that comes from or is present on every side, encompassing a complete surrounding area. It can be used to describe a situation where something is happening or coming from all directions simultaneously.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΑΧΟΥ

Etymology: From the root of ΠΑΣ (all) and the suffix -θεν (from, indicating origin or direction).

G1538

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EYE-teh

Translations: whether, or, either...or

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce alternative possibilities. It often appears in pairs (eite... eite...) to mean 'either... or', but can also be used alone to mean 'whether' or simply 'or'. It connects clauses or phrases that present different options or conditions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: Ἠ

Etymology: From the conjunction εἰ (ei), meaning 'if', and the particle τε (te), meaning 'and'. It combines these elements to express conditional alternatives.

G5547

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHRIS-ton

Translations: Christ, the Christ, Anointed One, the Anointed One

Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is primarily used as a title for Jesus, signifying his role as the promised deliverer. It is often used with the definite article 'the' (the Christ) or as a proper name (Christ). As an accusative form, it would typically function as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

G4396

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-fay-TON

Translations: of prophets

Notes: This word refers to those who speak for God or interpret His will, often foretelling future events. It is a compound word, combining 'pro' (before, forth) and 'phemi' (to speak). It is used to describe individuals who deliver divine messages or act as spokespersons for God.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΙΣ, ΘΕΟΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ' (prophetes) comes from the Greek prefix 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it literally means 'one who speaks forth' or 'one who speaks before' (either in time or on behalf of someone).

G2076

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-is-TAN-tai

Translations: they know, they understand, they are acquainted with, they are skilled in

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is often used to describe a deep understanding or skill in something, rather than just superficial knowledge. It can be used in sentences like 'they know the truth' or 'they are skilled in a craft'.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπίσταμαι (epistamai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ἵσταμαι (histamai), meaning 'to stand'. The combination suggests 'to stand upon' or 'to stand over' something, implying a firm grasp or understanding.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

G862